Comforts, convictions & considerations for coming out of COVID-19 June 2, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered us into a new frontier of pastoral leadership. Over the past few months pastors have learned how to lead churches during a pandemic. Now, pastors are...

Does God want us to return to normal? May 15, 2020 In his devotion “All Things New,” John Eldridge writes, “The renewal of all things is meant to be your first hope in the way that God is your first love. If it isn’t the answer to your wildest dreams, if you aren’t...

Silver linings in the COVID-19 clouds May 14, 2020 From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture emphasizes the importance of time alone with God, simplicity and worship. Luke 5:16 tells us that Jesus “often went into the wilderness and prayed.” If Jesus needed time alone...

The reality of compassion fatigue and how to avoid it April 30, 2020 It costs us something when we care and are moved by compassion. There is an emotional price that one pays when we care for and walk with others through a crisis or loss. As pastors, we have been...

3 actions for a post-pandemic church April 23, 2020 One of the casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic is the basic measurements of success for many North American churches. Commonly known as the “3 B’s” — buildings, budgets and bodies — churches have long prided...

Pastors, come away and rest awhile April 6, 2020 You might think it would be easier for pastors to find time for rest and replenishment during a stay-at-home order. Think again. New realities brought about by the coronavirus have created new and different challenges...